The 2015 Ferrari FXX K: A Crimson Marvel with a Touch of Mystique
It's been seen before, the expectation that boils over into skepticism as Ferrari reveals yet another model. But meet their newest addition - the audacious and intriguingly named 2015 Ferrari FXX K.
A Laboratory Car on Wheels
Ferrari’s latest brainchild is not just an ordinary sports car; it doubles up as a research and development programme for future models. Primarily based on Maranello's first-ever hybrid model, this beauty was unveiled at Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi. The 'K' isn’t a misprint – it references the kinetic energy recovery system ("KERS") implemented to catapult its track performance.
All About Performance, Not Competition
Don't expect to see the 2015 Maranello-manufactured FXX K zooming past you during any Grand Prix though because despite its racing genes, this vehicle will never compete. This enigmatic machine has been carefully crafted free from homologation and strict racing regulations. Offering unprecedented driving experiences, it serves as an exclusively test-driver’s pet project for two years coming forward.
A Mashup of Power and Efficiency
A power output of 1050 cv might sound like science-fiction until one realizes that this consists of a conventional V12 engine delivering 860 cv combined seamlessly with an electric motor providing the remaining 190cv punch! Torque exceeding 900 Nm completes this impressive equation underpinning the potent potential beneath the hood.
Housing features such as new camshafts, modified valve train with mechanical tappets rather than hydraulic ones lend to an extensively optimized exhaust system resulting in distinct aesthetics and performance enhancements for the eager motor enthusiast looking beyond superficial allure.
Intelligent Energy Management
Ferrari's updated version of the HY-KERS system has been specifically designed for unparalleled performance. A Manettino on the centre console allows optimum control over function logics, be it in Qualify mode for ultimate performance during limited laps or Long Run to yield consistent output. There's an option too for instant maximum torque delivery with Manual Boost and a Fast Charge setting that ensures swift recharge of the car’s battery.
Aerodynamically Superior
Sporting a twin-profile spoiler accompanied by a larger splitter 30 mm lower than its predecessors and features developed from Ferrari’s triumphs in WEC GT category, this vehicle is no less than an artist masterpiece when it comes to aerodynamics. The inclusion of vertical elements alongside side skirts helps direct airflow further enhancing efficiency.
Tire-Track Interaction at Its Best
The role Pirelli slick tires play are not undermined; embedded sensors monitor longitudinal, lateral, radial acceleration plus temperature and pressure making them pivotal contributors towards understanding how traction control can enhance performance outputs. Control levels of E-Diff electronic differential and high-performance ABS among others can also be modified using the five-positioned Manettino on the steering wheel.
Last Word: Beauty Tailored For Beastly Performance
To sum up, what we've before us is a grand vision cloaked in crimson - a harmonious fusion between aesthetics and unrelenting power; beautifully sculpted contours camouflaging monstrous speed statures underneath. Just ensure you don't mistake it for Batman's ride though - thanks to Ferrari painting their latest wonder red! Let it stand as testament that even automotive engineers do have sense of humor amidst dedicated craftsmanship!
